82°
Sunny
1%
86
Fairfield County, CT · Atlantic Ocean
Sherwood Island State Park
Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880
Connecticut's first state park: a mile and a half of Long Island Sound beach with two lots, a 9/11 memorial grove, and views all the way to the New York skyline on clear days.
Today's Conditions
Ideal for a beach walk.
82°F air
Full NWS forecast for Today
Sunny. High near 82, with temperatures falling to around 80 in the afternoon. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
Tonight
Mostly clear, with a low around 65. Southwest wind 2 to 6 mph.
Weather
- 82°F air — ideal beach weather
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
86 /100
ideal
85 Sunbathe
88 Walk
85 Fish
83 Photo
Best for walking today
Water level 0.6 ft above predicted
Observed water level is running higher than the astronomical tide prediction. Expect a narrower beach, faster-rising water, and stronger near-shore currents than the tide chart suggests.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
82°F
Clear
Wind
5 mph
SE
Rain
1%
Today
UV Peak
8 Very High
High 11 AM–03 PM · burn in ~25m
Burn-free before 08 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
84°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
3:53 PM
0.5 ft · in 36m
Water Quality
Clean
20 MPN/100mL · Enterococcus
USGS · sampled 9mo ago
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (CTZ009)
The OKX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NYZ075 Kings (Brooklyn) — Coney Island Beach and Manhattan Beach Moderate
- NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach Moderate
- NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, Moderate
- NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park Moderate
- NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, Moderate
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
5:31 AM
Sunset
8:26 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:48 AM | Low | -0.0 ft |
| 9:53 AM | High | 6.1 ft |
| 3:53 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 10:12 PM | High | 7.4 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:45 AM | Low | -0.2 ft |
| 10:50 AM | High | 6.4 ft |
| 4:52 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 11:09 PM | High | 7.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:39 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 11:45 AM | High | 6.6 ft |
| 5:49 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:04 AM | High | 7.5 ft |
| 6:30 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 12:38 PM | High | 6.8 ft |
| 6:44 PM | Low | 0.0 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:57 AM | High | 7.4 ft |
| 7:21 AM | Low | -0.4 ft |
| 1:31 PM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 7:38 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:50 AM | High | 7.2 ft |
| 8:11 AM | Low | -0.3 ft |
| 2:22 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 8:33 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:42 AM | High | 6.9 ft |
| 9:00 AM | Low | -0.1 ft |
| 3:13 PM | High | 7.0 ft |
| 9:28 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8465705, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
84°
Sunny
0%
84
90°
Sunny
0%
76
92°
Sunny
5%
73
86°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
15%
79
83°
Mostly Sunny
6%
84
83°
Mostly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
26%
49
What to Bring Today
- critical SPF 50 sunscreen UV index 8 — very high
- recommended Umbrella or shade warm day, light wind
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
9:40 PM - 11:40 PM
Minor
2:40 AM - 3:40 AM
Major
10:20 AM - 12:20 PM
Minor
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Free for CT-registered vehicles. Non-resident day pass: $15 weekday / $22 weekend ($7 after 4 PM), April – October.
Dogs
Leashed dogs permitted in the park; not allowed on the swim beach.
Entry Fee
$15 weekday / $22 weekend non-resident vehicle
Address
Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Sherwood Island State Park today?
Sherwood Island State Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Sherwood Island State Park dog-friendly?
Leashed dogs permitted in the park; not allowed on the swim beach.
Is there an entry fee at Sherwood Island State Park?
$15 weekday / $22 weekend non-resident vehicle
Are there lifeguards at Sherwood Island State Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Sherwood Island State Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Sherwood Island State Park?
Amenities at Sherwood Island State Park include lifeguards, restrooms, showers, picnic area, fishing.
When is the water warmest at Sherwood Island State Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Sherwood Island State Park located?
Sherwood Island State Park is in Fairfield County, CT, at Sherwood Island Connector, Westport, CT 06880.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS